Texas County Health Data

Texas County, Oklahoma

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

25/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

18.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.8 yr

State avg 72.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

18.8%

State avg 15.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

38

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

187

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

25.2%

State avg 22.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

9.6

per 100K residentsCDC: 38.3 per 100K

Dentists

4.8

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

4.8

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Texas County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureTexasState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity44.5%41.1%37.6%3.4 pts worse than state
Diabetes13.2%12.0%11.2%1.2 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure37.0%37.3%33.5%near state average
Depression22.2%26.1%24.1%3.9 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureTexasState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.2%19.1%16.3%2.9 pts better than state
Binge Drinking14.0%15.1%17.8%1.1 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity37.5%32.7%27.0%4.8 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureTexasState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.7%76.3%74.9%1.6 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)51.2%53.4%57.3%2.2 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)67.2%66.9%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureTexasState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.0%19.4%18.6%2.4 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration36.8%38.6%37.3%1.8 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Texas County nationally on physical inactivity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Uninsured Rate in Texas County Surpasses State and National Figures

Health data brief for Texas County, Oklahoma.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

Texas County has an uninsured rate of 18.8%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15.3% and significantly above the national average of 10%. Residents report a life expectancy of 75.8 years, which is higher than the state average of 72.7 years but lower than the national average of 77 years. Approximately 25.2% of the population reports poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. Access to care includes 38 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is below the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio is 187 per 100,000, which is also lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Texas County, Oklahoma

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Memorial Hospital of Texas County Authority

ER
Not rated by CMS
(580) 338-6515
520 Medical Drive, Guymon, OK 73942
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Texas County, OK?
Texas County has a health score of 25/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #31 out of 77 counties in Oklahoma (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Texas County?
Life expectancy in Texas County is 75.8 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Texas County above the state average.
How does Texas County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Texas County's health score of 25/100 is above the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 75.8 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 18.8% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Texas County?
Key health factors for Texas County include: life expectancy (75.8 years), uninsured rate (18.8%), and primary care physician access (38:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 187:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Texas County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 25/100 ("Below Average"), Texas County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.8 years. 18.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Texas County healthier than the Oklahoma average?
Texas County's health score of 25/100 exceeds the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.